GET ON THE TOOLS AND START YOUR MECHANIC/DIESEL FITTER CAREER TODAY!

- 4-year, full time Mechanic/Diesel Fitter apprenticeship, based at Charlton -

About the team, facilities & plant

- The Fleet includes light vehicles, prime movers and trailers as well as heavy earth moving plant.
- Council has a modern fleet that is maintained via workshops located at Charlton, Crows Nest and Pittsworth depots with expansion in progress for field servicing.
- The Charlton depot is a up-to-date, state of the art facility.

What we offer

- Juniors (under 18 years) commencing at a base rate of $14.22 gross per hour.
- Adults commencing at a base rate of $26.67 gross per hour.
- In addition to the base rate, earn more with our Critical Worker Trade Allowance:
- Juniors - additional $2.40 per hour upon commencement.
- Adults - additional $4.50 per hour upon commencement.

- Plus 17.5% annual leave loading and up to 12.65% superannuation.
- Standard work hours are Monday to Friday, 6.30am to 4.00pm.
- Enjoy a rostered day of each month!
- Undertake apprenticeship studies in accordance with a training plan – get hands on learning!
- Active social club – Council’s Employee Association.
- Access to the Fitness Passport Program providing access to a wide range of local health, fitness, and leisure facilities with one single membership.
- Employee Assistance Program – free 24 hour nationwide confidential personal or work-related counselling services for employees and their families.
- A range of progressive health and wellbeing services.
- Work in a safety-conscious organisation - home safe every day!

What you'll bring

- Year 10 education.
- WHS Competency (White Card) for CPCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry, or equivalent, or a willingness to obtain prior to commencement
- Current unrestricted ‘C’ Class Driver Licence.
- Sound numeracy, literacy and communication skills.
- Interest in, motivation for, and a can-do attitude toward your work.

For full details of the position,



please ensure you download a copy of the Position Description. How to apply To apply, please submit your current resume and complete all questions in BigRedSky when applying.

The preferred candidate will be required to undertake a Criminal History Check and a pre-employment medical assessment to assess their ability to perform the genuine occupational requirements of the position.

PLEASE NOTE: Your application may not be considered if you do not follow the instructions outlined above.

Visit our website www.tr.qld.gov.au/jobs for information on how to apply for jobs at Toowoomba Regional Council. Applicants are encouraged to apply online.

For further information

Please contact Fraser Coutts - Coordinator Fleet Maintenance on [0407 163 599](tel:0407 163 599) within business hours.

Closing date The closing date for applications is at 11.59pm, Sunday 13 September 2026.

About Council The Toowoomba region is about rich traditions and bold ambitions. Our long and proud agricultural history has evolved Toowoomba into Australia’s second largest inland city supporting diverse townships in the council area and acting as a service centre for South West Qld and North West NSW. The region is boldly forging new opportunities around the Surat Basin resource sector, education, health, transport and massive infrastructure investments.

Growth hasn’t come at the expense of liveability though, with Toowoomba twice voted in the top 5 most family friendly cities in Australia.

Toowoomba Regional Council services a regional population of 178,500 and employs a team of approximately 1,600 staff, dedicated and passionate about delivering excellent customer service to the community, residents and visitors throughout the region. We recognise that our success depends upon attracting and retaining skilled and talented staff and offer a wide variety of interesting challenges and opportunities to develop your career.

Council does not accept unsolicited agency approaches or applications for this or any other vacancy. No response will be provided.

📌 Apprentice Mechanic/Diesel Fitter (Charlton)
🏢 Toowoomba Regional Council
📍 Charlton